Meaning & use

Passer

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A person or thing that passes; especially, in sports, a player who throws or kicks the ball to a teammate.

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The quarterback is regarded as one of the league's best passers.

A passer on the street stopped to help the fallen cyclist.

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Commonly used in sports commentary, especially American football and basketball, to describe a player's passing ability.

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